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Latest Updates
COVID-19 Webinar: Significance and impact of the Pandemic for the Water Sector
As a result of the current coronavirus pandemic and the necessity to better understand, monitor and respond to the situation, Prof. Rosina Girones, Research Group Leader at the University of Barcelona, and Prof. Gertjan Medema, Principle Microbiologist at KWR, share in-depth insights on the latest research and outlook for the whole water sector. Duration: 1 hour Watch Now
COVID-19 Essential Workers Guidance
Water Services Association of Australia and Dr Dan Deere have produced this guidance material for keeping essential workers safe in the workplace.
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New campaign to raise awareness around flushing Wet Wipes
Bin it, Don’t block it.
Water New Zealand has prepared a social media infographic emphasising the importance of keeping our emergency workers safe by keeping pipes free from wipes. Only flush the 3p's: poo, pee and toilet paper, everything else, including paper towels, and tissues must go in the bin.
Please share this social media infographic and help keep our emergency wastewater workers safe.
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Stay up to date with COVID-19
Here at Water New Zealand, we have constantly been updating our website with the latest information about COVID-19, plus resources and facts around water-related issues that have arisen from the pandemic. We will continue to work hard to ensure we provide the support, information and news you need to help us all through these challenging times.
Keep up to date with the latest information on COVID-19 here.
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Coronavirus Research Webcast
Look under Upcoming Events to see how you can join the Water Research Foundation COVID-19 webinar on Friday, 17 April, 7:30 am (NZST).
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Industry News
Countdown Supports Efforts to Reduce Wastewater Blockages
Countdown is supporting efforts to stop wet wipes ending up in New Zealand's wastewater systems by rolling out signage in all of its stores reminding customers not to flush them.
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MOH Portal for Non-Health Essential Services to Request PPE
MOH now have a portal for non-health essential services to request PPE from the national reserve supply. Note at this stage it is only face masks available through this channel.
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Torjanuv - COVID-19 and Water
As the world continues to grapple with the COVID-19 pandemic, questions about the virus’s potential transmission and/or persistence in drinking water and wastewater are being asked.
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New Zealand Land Treatment Collective Latest Newsletters
The NZLTC March and April newsletters focus on the latest COVID-19 research and implications for wastewater. Full papers mentioned in the March newsletter are freely available to you as a PDF, you just need to email bronwyn.humphries@esr.cri.nz April Newsletter March Newsletter
WEF- How to stay COVID Free Infographic
The Water Environment Federation has created an infographic on "How to stay COVID free at a Waste Resource Recovery Facility (WRRF)" also known as a Wastewater Treatment Plant. Download Now
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Upcoming Events
Latest Coronavirus Research Update Webcast
Friday, 17 April, 7:30 am (NZST)
The Water Research Foundation is hosting this webinar as part of a series to provide technical updates and information on COVID-19.
The presenters are experts in infectious disease control, virology, water and wastewater engineering, personal protective equipment (PPEs), outbreak epidemiology, pandemic trends, and risk emergency response. The presenters will provide participants with up-to-date technical details, resources, and published public health recommendations as they continue to learn more about this ongoing pandemic.
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Stormwater 2020
15-17 July | Tauranga
We have now postponed from 27 – 29 May until 15 – 17 July and will continue to monitor the COVID-19 situation. We are monitoring and managing the risks and will be putting in place all steps and precautions as recommended by the Ministry of Health to help ensure the safety of Stormwater Conference delegates and visitors. Head to our website for the latest updates.
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IPWEA NZ Conference Confirms New Dates
2-4 December 2020 | Dunedin
IPWEA is pleased to confirm NEW dates for IPWEA NZ 2020, being Wed 2 – Fri 4 December 2020. IPWEA is currently working with the speakers to transfer to the new dates and any changes to the programme will be updated on the conference website.
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Hauraki District Council
Utilities Reticulation Specialist Serviceperson
Here is your opportunity to make a real difference in the community, working for Local Government to deliver the essential services that make New Zealand a great place to live.
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Nelson City Council
Activity Engineer Regional Sewerage and Landfill Services
The partnering of Nelson City Council and Tasman District Council to jointly manage wastewater treatment and landfill services presents a unique opportunity for an Activity Engineer (Asset Manager) position, spanning both regions.
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Taupo District Council
Senior Operator Serviceperson Water Treatment
Taupō District Council’s Water Treatment Team need a senior operator for our water team. Closing date: Friday, 10 April 2020 Apply Now
Relief Operator/Serviceperson
Taupō District Council’s Water/Wastewater Renewals team is seeking a suitably experienced person to fill the position of Relief Operator/Serviceperson.
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Talent ID Recruitment LTD
The newly created role of Asset Manager has become available in Rotorua where you will have the opportunity to build and lead a new asset management team.
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